What is the minimum duration for retaining an audio-visual recording made during an electronic notarial act?

The minimum duration for retaining an audio-visual recording made during an electronic notarial act is indeed set at at least 7 years. This requirement is in place to ensure that notaries maintain proper records of their electronic notarizations for a substantial period, allowing for verification and accountability in case any disputes or questions arise regarding the notarization. By retaining these recordings for seven years, notaries can provide evidence of the act and the identities of the signers should any issues arise in the future.

This time frame balances the need for adequate documentation with the practicalities of record retention, ensuring that notaries can defend the integrity of their electronic notarizations while not being burdened by excessively long storage requirements. This standard is also consistent with many other regulatory practices in various fields where documentation retention supports legal and transactional transparency.